Seller Will Entertain Offers Between $515,000 and $540,000. Opportunity Knocks. .. Investor and First-Time Homebuyer! Convenient central location, easy access to shopping, dining, freeway access, Serra Mesa Recreation Center and Community Park and so much more. Rarely available 2-level condo, desirable floorplan and beautifully appointed with many upgrades. Spacious light and bright living room, popcorn ceilings removed and upgraded Vinyl Plank flooring throughout. Designer paint creates a warm welcoming ambiance. Pioneer Ultra High Efficiency Heat Pump downstairs with A/C, heat, fan, humidifier and auto feature installed 2020. Wall A/C in master and window A/C Unit in 2nd Bd. Kitchen offers tons of upgraded soft close cabinets, granite counters, gorgeous tile backsplash and opens up to a large private fenced patio w/ AstroTurf and pavers. Dining area in kitchen includes a fun nautical themed light fixture. 2 large bedrooms with vaulted ceilings in the master and upgraded baths. Full-size washer and dryer upstairs. 2 assigned parking spaces. New roof replaced within the last 2 months. Exterior of homes will be undergoing a fresh new look and repainted in the next couple of months. Fantastic community amenities include swimming pool, hot tub, BBQ area, clubhouse with full kitchen, fireplace, pool table, lounging area upstairs to relax, read a book or enjoy with family and friends.
CondoProperty Type
1975Year Built
$477Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Laura Seideman•DRE #01339073• Corcoran Global Living
Bought with Anthony Macaluso•DRE #02051123• eXp Realty of California, Inc
Two story unit with some updated features. The two bedrooms upstairs share the full bath, laundry in between.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Jeff Hawley
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 3551 Ruffin Rd #165
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #NDP2210405
Dec 1, 2022
Sold
$555,000
$478/sq ft
Nov 2, 2022
Contingent
—
Oct 25, 2022
Price Changed
$540,000
$466/sq ft
Oct 19, 2022
Listed
$570,000
$491/sq ft
SDMLS #190045971
Sep 13, 2019
Sold
$358,000
$309/sq ft
Sep 13, 2019
Sold
$358,000
$309/sq ft
Aug 19, 2019
Pending
—
Aug 17, 2019
Listed
$365,000
$315/sq ft
Aug 17, 2019
Listed
$365,000
$315/sq ft
+20
Enjoy living Central with no Commute. Beautifully Open and bright condo, update kitchen with soft closing drawers / Large fenced patio with pavers to relax and enjoy. Make this your new home! Neighborhoods: Serra Mesa Equipment: Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Available Topography: LL
SDMLS #190041464
Aug 16, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 13, 2019
Price Changed
$365,000
$315/sq ft
Jul 26, 2019
Listed
$369,000
$318/sq ft
SDMLS #190032878
Jul 26, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jul 19, 2019
Price Changed
$369,000
$318/sq ft
Jun 14, 2019
Listed
$375,000
$323/sq ft
SDMLS #190026622
Jun 14, 2019
Listing Removed
—
May 30, 2019
Price Changed
$394,000
$340/sq ft
May 15, 2019
Listed
$395,000
$341/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 24, 2004
Sold
$345,000
$297/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 31, 2000
Sold
$145,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 12, 1991
Sold
$97,000
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 31, 1988
Sold
$77,000
$66/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 11, 1988
Sold
$8,310
$7/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 1982
Sold
$74,500
$64/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,170 (+3.9%)
$445,707 + $143,263
$588,970
2024
$6,898 (+2.3%)
$436,968 + $140,454
$577,422
2023
$6,744 (+150.4%)
$428,400 + $137,700
$566,100
2022
$2,694 (−38.8%)
$420,000 + $135,000
$555,000
2021
$4,401 (+1.2%)
$237,029 + $131,912
$368,941
2020
$4,347 (+4.6%)
$232,382 + $129,326
$361,708
2019
$4,158 (+8.1%)
$230,000 + $128,000
$358,000
2018
$3,848 (+8.7%)
$214,000 + $121,000
$335,000
2017
$3,538 (+6.7%)
$192,000 + $108,000
$300,000
2016
$3,316 (+11.9%)
$192,000 + $108,000
$300,000
2015
$2,964 (+8.2%)
$180,000 + $100,000
$280,000
2014
$2,740 (+26.3%)
$149,000 + $81,000
$230,000
2013
$2,169 (+6.3%)
$149,000 + $81,000
$230,000
2012
$2,040 (+3.8%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2011
$1,965 (+1.0%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2010
$1,945 (−9.7%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2009
$2,155 (−46.1%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2008
$4,002
$130,000 + $70,000
$200,000
Tax history for 3551 Ruffin Rd #165
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,170 (+3.9%)
$445,707 + $143,263
$588,970
2024
$6,898 (+2.3%)
$436,968 + $140,454
$577,422
2023
$6,744 (+150.4%)
$428,400 + $137,700
$566,100
2022
$2,694 (−38.8%)
$420,000 + $135,000
$555,000
2021
$4,401 (+1.2%)
$237,029 + $131,912
$368,941
2020
$4,347 (+4.6%)
$232,382 + $129,326
$361,708
2019
$4,158 (+8.1%)
$230,000 + $128,000
$358,000
2018
$3,848 (+8.7%)
$214,000 + $121,000
$335,000
2017
$3,538 (+6.7%)
$192,000 + $108,000
$300,000
2016
$3,316 (+11.9%)
$192,000 + $108,000
$300,000
2015
$2,964 (+8.2%)
$180,000 + $100,000
$280,000
2014
$2,740 (+26.3%)
$149,000 + $81,000
$230,000
2013
$2,169 (+6.3%)
$149,000 + $81,000
$230,000
2012
$2,040 (+3.8%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2011
$1,965 (+1.0%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2010
$1,945 (−9.7%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2009
$2,155 (−46.1%)
$118,000 + $63,000
$181,000
2008
$4,002
$130,000 + $70,000
$200,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,160
Year built
1975
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
San Diego County
APN
4211800949
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RM-2-5
SERRA MESA
Residential-Multiple Unit Zone
The purpose of the RM zones is to provide for multiple dwelling unit development at varying densities. The RM zones individually accommodate developments with similar densities and characteristics. Each of the RM zones is intended to establish development criteria that consolidates common development regulations, accommodates specific dwelling types, and responds to locational issues regarding adjacent land uses.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Recreation
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Assigned, On Site, Parking Space, See Remarks, Uncovered
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Closet, Inside, On Upper Level
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Built In Range, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave